Our body is supported and sustained by
seven Dhatus (basic tissues). The word “dhatu” comes from a Sanskrit
word which means “that which enters into the formation of the body.
Dosha and Dhatus have relation with each other in health and disease.
In pathogenesis of disease these both play key role.Each
dhatu consists of countless infinite small cells which are units of
structure and function.

Following are the seven Dhatus:

Rasa (Plasma)

Rakta (Blood)

Mamsa (Muscle)

Meda
(Adipose)

Asthi (Bone)

Majja (Marrow)

Shukra (Reproductive tissues)

1.Rasa Dhatu
This dhatu comprises of fluids like chyle, blood plasma, extra
cellular and transcellular fluid lymph. Its function is nourishment. -
Status of Rasa dhatu can be assessed by the condition of the skin.
Good condition of Rasa dhatu is demonstrated by smooth , soft and
delicate skin.

2.Rakta
Dhatu This is blood. Its function is
invigoration. Appearance of mouth ,tongue, lips, palms, soles, nails
is reddish and full of lusture. This indicate the wellness of Rakta
dhatu.

3.Mamsa
Dhatu This is muscle tissue. Its
function is holding the skeleton together. A person who is having well
developed muscles, his Mamsa dhatu is well in order.

4.Meda Dhatu
This is fat/adipose tissue. Its function is lubrication. Unctuousness
in complexion is the feature of normal Meda dhatu.

5.Asthi Dhatu
This is bone tissue. It function is to provide support.When Asthi
dhatu is in order it makes the body strong and firm

6.Majja
Dhatu This is marrow inside the bone,
brain and spinal cord. It’s function is to fill the bone joints.

7.Shukra
Dhatu This is the male and female
sexual fluids. Its function is reproduction and production of a fluid
(ojas) which produces strength, aura and controls the immunity.
In normal course shukra dhatu is indicated by round, firm and even
teeth, good complexion, voice and cheerfulness.